• Afternoon clouds cover the distance peaks of the iconic Boney Mountain

    Santa Monica Mountains

    National Recreation Area California

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  • Partial Park Closure Due to Hazardous Conditions

    Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa re-opens 5/14/13, with restrictions (sunrise to sunset, not all trails). Sandstone Peak & Mishe Mokwa trails will also open, as will Backbone Trail east of Point Mugu State Park boundary. Point Mugu backcountry remains closed. More »

  • Trucks on Cheeseboro Canyon Trail

    Occasional truck traffic (approx 6 trips per day) will take place on Cheeseboro Cyn Trail weekdays between 8am & 4pm for demolition and removal of Cheeseboro Tank. Should be completed by 5/24/13. Check back for updates or call 818-889-8996. More »

2012- Ranger Mike's Blogs

A park ranger stands next to an iconic rock formation at Castro Crest.

List of Ranger Mike's Blogs
(newest at top of the list)

Hike #8 - Friendship

Hike #7 - National Park Week!

Hike #6 - Uphill Both Ways

Hike #5 - Our Geology Rocks

Hike #4 - Hey Look! More Chaparral

TFTC - Thanks for the Cache

Hike #3 - Patience is a Virtue

Vrooom!

Hike #2 - Highest Point in the Mountains

Walking in LA

2012 BBT hikers pose for a picture at the end at Will Rogers State Historic Park.

Preparing to Hike the BBT

Hike #1 - It Begins!

Introduction to the BBT Hike

Blog Introduction by Ranger Mike

Did You Know?

A community project led by the National Park Service has restored Zuma Lagoon.

Many hands spanning different generations and agencies continue to turn back the clock on damage to the fragile environment at Zuma Lagoon. After the removal of debris and the restoration of native plants, beach visitors now find a living wetland with 108 species of birds and colorful wildflowers.